It is
an important nutrient especially during summers to maintain the water balance
and protect people from muscle cramps and dehydration.
Potassium rich foods:
· Dried fruits: Raisins, prunes,
apricots, dates
· Fresh fruit: All fruits including
bananas, strawberries, watermelon, cantaloupe, oranges
· Fresh vegetables: Beets, greens,
spinach, peas, tomatoes, mushrooms
· Fresh juices: Vegetable and fruit
juices
· Sodium: During summers sodium
requirements are generally higher due to sweat losses. Drinks with a bit of
salt, black salt, chaat masala etc. can help as digestives and replenish sodium
losses. Low sodium levels can cause cramps, dizziness, confusion and depression.
· Chloride: It is essential to maintain
the fluid balance in the body and for proper functioning of the body cells.
Although some fruits and vegetables naturally contain chloride, however most of
the chloride comes from salt.